ODDS ‘N’ SODS — The last laugh
The Quebec Ministry of Mines used to publish lists of claims that were about to expire. These were studied by stakers like myself, since one never knew when some hot property was going to come open. P…
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PEOPLE — Cons. Tako
Victoria Chen appointed director.
WESTERN MARKETS — Investors hunt for takeover targets
The Vancouver Stock Exchange composite index lost 1.56 points to close the report period ended Feb. 23 at 407.22. The mining index dropped 2.23 points, finishing at 289.46. Meanwhile, the combined val…
Inco finds partner for exploration — Dowa Mining to fund work in Indonesia, Turkey
Tight times in the nickel industry have forced Inco (N-T) to concentrate on exploration at its advanced projects, but a joint-venture agreement with Tokyo-based Dowa Mining will permit less advanced p…
PEOPLE — First Dynasty (March 01, 1999)
Anil Agarwal, John Kolada and Tarun Jain appointed directors.
PEOPLE — KFG Res.
Randy Schuette appointed director, VP and CFO.
PEOPLE — Orinoco Gold
Iain Glas appointed director.
PEOPLE — Big Bear Expl.
James Surbey appointed interim CFO.
MINING MARKETS & INVESTMENT NEWS – INVESTMENT COMMENTARY — Juniors in Americas hold promise for discriminating investors
Nineteen ninety-eight was not a banner year for mining, but for speculative investors eyeing juniors with projects in the Americas, things can only get better. Such is the conclusion drawn by analysts…
The Northern Miner North American Mining Index (March 01, 1999)
84.55 (-0.56)(Sept. 30/98 = 100)…
The Northern Miner Small Producers Index (March 01, 1999)
81.73 (+1.84)(Sept. 30/98 = 100)…
PRODUCER & DEALER PRICES (March 01, 1999)
Antimony: Representative mid-market US$1,390 per tonne (Feb. 23/99).Bismuth: Representative mid-market US$3.15 per lb. (Feb. 23/99).Cadmium: Representative mid-market US$0.25 per lb. (Feb. 23/99).Chro…